Cheap Apartments for Rent in Pasadena, CA from $800(174 Rentals)

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530 N Wilson Ave
$1,835Studio, 1 Bath Home for RentAvailable Now

530 N Wilson Ave

Pasadena, CA 91106
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93 N Holliston Ave
from $1,1001 Bedroom Apartments

93 N Holliston Ave

93 N Holliston AvePasadena, CA 91106
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Stanley Apartments
from $1,116Studio Apartments

Stanley Apartments

149 S Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Pasadena Studios
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from $1,223Studio Apartments Available Now

Pasadena Studios

280 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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255-265 Grandview St
from $1,2951 Bedroom Apartments

255-265 Grandview St

255-265 Grandview StPasadena, CA 91104
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Wright Avenue Apartments
from $1,300Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Wright Avenue Apartments

819 Wright AvePasadena, CA 91104
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The Somerset
from $1,395Studio Apartments

The Somerset

538 S Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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1868-1874 N Lincoln Ave
from $1,3951 Bedroom Apartments

1868-1874 N Lincoln Ave

1868-1874 N Lincoln AvePasadena, CA 91103
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530 N Wilson Ave
from $1,3951 Bedroom Apartments

530 N Wilson Ave

530 N Wilson AvePasadena, CA 91106
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255 S Madison Ave
from $1,425Studio Apartments

255 S Madison Ave

255 S Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Molino Del Mar
from $1,495Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Molino Del Mar

306 El Molino AvePasadena, CA 91101
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343 Madison Ave
from $1,495Studio Apartments

343 Madison Ave

343 Madison AvePasadena, CA 91101
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1193 Washington Blvd
from $1,4951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1193 Washington Blvd

1193 Washington BlvdPasadena, CA 91104
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73 S Michigan Ave
from $1,5001 Bedroom Apartments

73 S Michigan Ave

73 S Michigan AvePasadena, CA 91106
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550 Catalina Ave
from $1,5251 Bedroom Apartments

550 Catalina Ave

550 Catalina AvePasadena, CA 91106
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1590 N Fair Oaks Ave
from $1,5501 Bedroom Apartments

1590 N Fair Oaks Ave

1590 N Fair Oaks AvePasadena, CA 91103
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Oakland Apartments
from $1,560Studio Apartments

Oakland Apartments

361 S Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Crestwood Apartments
from $1,590Studio Apartments

Crestwood Apartments

820 Rosemead BlvdPasadena, CA 91107
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1401 N Los Robles Ave
from $1,5951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1401 N Los Robles Ave

1401 N Los Robles AvePasadena, CA 91104
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132 N Allen Ave
from $1,5951 Bedroom Apartments

132 N Allen Ave

132 N Allen AvePasadena, CA 91106
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The Villas
from $1,5951 Bedroom Apartments

The Villas

231 E Villa StPasadena, CA 91101
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275 Marengo Ave
from $1,600Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

275 Marengo Ave

275 Marengo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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Orange Grove
from $1,600Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Orange Grove

120 N Orange Grove BlvdPasadena, CA 91103
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44 N Oak Ave
from $1,6002 Bedroom Apartments

44 N Oak Ave

44 N Oak AvePasadena, CA 91107
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250 N Oakland Ave
from $1,6001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

250 N Oakland Ave

250 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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350 Waldo Ave
from $1,625Studio Apartments

350 Waldo Ave

350 Waldo AvePasadena, CA 91101
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63 San Marino Ave
from $1,6251 Bedroom Apartments

63 San Marino Ave

63 San Marino AvePasadena, CA 91107
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Oakland Summit Apartments
from $1,625Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Oakland Summit Apartments

650 N Oakland AvePasadena, CA 91101
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567 N Holliston Ave
from $1,6451 Bedroom Apartments

567 N Holliston Ave

567 N Holliston AvePasadena, CA 91106
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Pasadena, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Pasadena, CA

Pricing Updated: 12/26/2024

Current apartment rentals in the Pasadena, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Pasadena Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Raymond Hill$2,695$1,99512
East Pasadena$3,965$1,25083
Southeast Pasadena$4,504$1,32528

Cheapest Available Pasadena Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Pasadena, CA is a Studio unit found at Pasadena Studios in the South Pasadena neighborhood priced from $1,223. Aqua Courtyard Suites in the South Pasadena neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pasadena apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pasadena StudiosStudioStudio,1BA$1,223
Aqua Courtyard Suites0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,375
Prescott 5studioStudio,1BA$1,550
dua8530BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,595
190 S Marengo Ave0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,792
121 Park StOne Bed, One Bath1BR,1BA$1,800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pasadena, CA

As of December 27, 2024 the best value apartment in the Pasadena area is the $1.87 price per square foot 2 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath Model at Arcadia Pines in the in the East San Gabriel neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Pasadena apartment is the 1148 W Huntington Dr Model at 1148 W Huntington Dr, Unit Apt #12 starting at $2,650 with a $1.77 price per square foot in the East San Gabriel neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pasadena apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Arcadia Pines2 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.87
1148 W Huntington Dr, Unit Apt #121148 W Huntington Dr2BR,2BA$1.77
414 N Monterey St, Unit A414 N Monterey St3BR,2BA$2.20
1075 N Los Robles Ave, Unit 1011075 N Los Robles Ave2BR,2BA$2.50
504 S Granada Ave, Unit B504 S Granada Ave2BR,1.5BA$2.45
Bay State Terrace2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.45
104 N Granada Ave, Unit A104 N Granada Ave1BR,1BA$1.30
The Royal Gardens1D-1 Bdrm-W/D Hookups, Hardwood, Granite1BR,1BA$2.34
855 N Marengo AveUnit 32BR,1BA$2.19
473 N Euclid Ave, Unit 473 Euclid Ave #2473 N Euclid AveStudio ,1BA$2.50

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Pasadena Overview

Living in Pasadena, California can provide you with many great opportunities to be close to work , entertainment spots, food and fun. Known for its ties to the world of theater and to the movies, Pasadena is in a valley surrounded by beautiful scenery, majestic mountains, shopping, and much more!

Why live in Pasadena, CA?

Apartments in Pasadena will afford you the opportunity of living close to NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory where work is done on creating spacecraft to launch into orbit. Pasadena is also home to the Rose Bowl and is also famous for its Rose Bowl flea market and the Rose Parade. It is the birthplace to the late, great Jackie Robinson, and it is situated close to the lush Angeles National Forest. It is located to the north and west of Los Angeles, and so much of the glamor of Hollywood bleeds over into its streets and history. In addition, Pasadena is only a half an hour's drive from the beach.

Pasadena, CA
Population: 141,371

Ranked #188

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Pasadena, CA

Walk Score®

85 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

75 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

55 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pasadena Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Pasadena?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Pasadena is at Pasadena Studios listed at $1,223.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Pasadena Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Pasadena Apartment is $1,800 at 121 Park St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Pasadena Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Pasadena is starting from $2,095 at 855 N Marengo Ave.

What is the most affordable Pasadena Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Pasadena Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 6125-6129 Monterey Rd and starts from $2,925.

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